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Dr Amit Vashishth | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

 

Senior Scientist atย Patanjali Research Foundation,ย India

Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha is a Senior Scientist at the Patanjali Research Institute in Haridwar, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Herbal Research and Development (PHRD). Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in Bio-sciences, Applied & Allied Sciences at SRM University, Delhi-NCR Campus. With a robust background in bio-sciences, Dr. Vashishtha has contributed significantly to the field through his research and academic roles, fostering advancements in herbal medicine and biotechnology. ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ“š

Professional Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology (2018) – ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat & Barley Research, Karnal ๐Ÿงฌ
    • Thesis: “Identification of molecular marker for high phytase level in wheat”
    • Guide: Dr. Vikas Beniwal; Co-guide: Dr. Sewa Ram
  • M.Sc. in Biotechnology (2009) – Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala ๐Ÿงซ
    • Thesis: “Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in tea and cigarette smoke”
    • Guide: Dr. Santam Singh
  • B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry (2005) – Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla ๐Ÿงช

๐Ÿ’ผWork Experience:

    • Senior Scientist (Jan 2022 – Present) – Patanjali Research Institute, Haridwar ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
    • Assistant Professor, Bioengineering and Biosciences (Nov 2019 – Dec 2021) – SRM University, Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad ๐Ÿซ
    • Assistant Professor, Biotechnology & Agricultural Sciences (Aug 2017 – Oct 2019) – MMDU University, Mullana, Ambala ๐ŸŒพ
    • Senior Research Fellow (Feb 2013 – Mar 2017) – ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal ๐Ÿ”
    • Senior Research Fellow (Apr 2012 – Jan 2013) – Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala ๐Ÿ”ฌ
    • Senior Microbiologist (Aug 2011 – Mar 2012) – Nectar Life Science Pvt. Ltd., Dera-Bassi ๐Ÿงซ
    • Junior Research Fellow (Oct 2009 – Jun 2011) – NIIT University, Neemrana ๐ŸŒฑ

Awards and Honors ๐Ÿ†

  • Published 16.002 IF Original Research Paper (2023) – Elsevier Publisher ๐ŸŒŸ
  • SAWAR Best Research Paper (2018) – ICAR, New Delhi ๐Ÿฅ‡
  • Best Oral Presentation (2010) – IIMT University ๐ŸŽค
  • Best Poster Presentation (2015) – Thapar University ๐Ÿ“Š
  • NET (2015) – ICAR-ASRB, New Delhi ๐Ÿ“œ
  • GATE (2014) – MHRD, New Delhi ๐ŸŽ“
  • SRF (2013) – ICAR, New Delhi ๐Ÿฅˆ
  • Project Fellow (2012) – UGC, New Delhi ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ
  • JRF (2009) – DBT, New Delhi ๐Ÿ…
  • SAWBAR Membership (2017) – ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal ๐Ÿ“š
  • MSI Membership (2021) – Maharashtra, India ๐ŸŒฟ
  • AMI Membership (2019) – New Delhi, India ๐ŸŒพ

Researchย Projects:

  • Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha has led and contributed to several impactful research projects. As Co-PI, he worked on “Protein engineering of metagenome derived phytases for nutritional quality in staple crops” with DST, Haryana. He secured a grant for Honey Bee Farming at SRM University ๐Ÿ and conducted an ethnobotanical study on Ganga river floral diversity ๐ŸŒธ. He established Vermi-Composting and Mushroom Cultivation units at MM University ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ„. His research includes genetic diversity and bioremediation studies at NIIT University, and high-value nutraceuticals from lactic acid bacteria at Thapar University ๐Ÿงฌ. His Ph.D. focused on molecular markers for high phytase levels in wheat ๐ŸŒพ.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus:

Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha focuses on biotechnology and agricultural sciences, particularly enhancing nutritional quality and environmental sustainability. His research includes protein engineering of phytases for improving staple crops ๐ŸŒฑ, genetic diversity studies for bioremediation of contaminated sites ๐ŸŒ, and high-value nutraceuticals from lactic acid bacteria ๐Ÿฆ . He also explores ethnobotanical uses of floral diversity near the Ganga river ๐ŸŒธ and sustainable agricultural practices like vermi-composting and mushroom cultivation ๐Ÿ„. His work integrates molecular biology, environmental science, and agricultural biotechnology to address global food security and environmental challenges.

Publications:ย 

“Unraveling the potential of bacterial phytases for sustainable management of phosphorous“ – Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, 70(5), pp. 1690โ€“1706.

Co-authors: Tehri, N., Tehri, P., Sharma, A.K., Kumar, V.

Citations: 2 ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ”ฌ

“Phytochemicals from Medicinal Plants as Antiviral Agents: Recent Trends and Advancements“ – Asian Journal of Chemistry, 35(6), pp. 1303โ€“1314.

Co-authors: Saini, S., Garg, V.K., Singh, B., Tuli, H.S.

Citations: 1 ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿฆ 

“Beneficial effect of heavy metals, antagonistic effect and gene regulations in nutrient translocation through soilless culture“ – Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 12, 100600.

Co-authors: Sharma, A., Pandey, H., Devadas, V.S., Kartha, B.D.

Citations: 1 ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”ฌ

“Biodegradation of Chlorpyrifos by Soil-derived Aerobic Consortia and Bacterial Isolates“ – Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, 59(2), pp. 138โ€“144.

Co-authors: Tehri, N., Khanna, S.

Citations: 2 ๐Ÿฆ ๐ŸŒ

“In Silico Targeting of influenza virus haemagglutinin receptor protein using Diosmetin, Tangeritin, and Anthocyanidins as potential drugs“ – Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 10(5), pp. 995โ€“1002.

Co-authors: Bansal, P., Tuli, H.S., Saini, A.K., Bhatia, G.K., Goel, N.

Citations: 1 ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿฆ 

“In-silico designing of a potent ligand molecule against PTEN (Phosphatase and tensin homolog) implicated in Breast Cancer“ – Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 10(4), pp. 840โ€“845.

Co-authors: Raghav, M., Sharma, V., Gupta, S., Dhama, K., Sharma, A.K.

Citations: 4 ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Amit Vashishth | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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